Author : Adrian Burgos
Release : 2007-06-04
Genre : History
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 431/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Playing America's Game by : Adrian Burgos
Download or read book Playing America's Game written by Adrian Burgos. This book was released on 2007-06-04. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Adrian Burgos is one of best young historians currently working the baseball beat. This is essential reading, not just for baseball aficionados, but anyone interested in the history of American race and ethnic relations."—Jules Tygiel, author of Extra Bases: Reflections on Jackie Robinson, Race, and Baseball History "Playing America's Game is a terrific addition to the growing literature in Latino history. It is the most comprehensive and nuanced treatment of Latinos and professional baseball."—Vicki L.Ruiz, author of From Out of the Shadows: Mexican Women in Twentieth-Century America